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Chapter Three: Autumn

It鈥檚 autumn, and Armagh is a kaleidoscope of colour. Apples are harvested just before unprecedented flooding wreaks havoc. Clear skies bring celestial wonders for the astronomers.

There is a kaleidoscope of colour around, and at Gosford Forest, rutting season has begun. Wildlife ranger Donald keeps a watchful eye as nature takes its course.

At Crannagael House, Jane gathers in the garden鈥檚 autumn harvest, and the orchard trees are heavy with fruit.

In Tandragee, Kenny Gracey鈥檚 Forthill Farm has a new addition to its cast list, a tortoise called Ernie who is destined for fame.

In south Armagh, mum-of-five Rosie takes the plunge at an open water swim in Camlough lake. Rosie is training for a triathlon, something which she is determined to compete in despite having had her leg amputated a few years ago.

At the Conroy鈥檚 flower farm on the outskirts of the city, Ian and Paula are marking a poignant anniversary for their son who passed away by gathering friends and family together for an autumnal dried flower workshop.

Halloween celebrations take place, including the fiery spectacle at the Celtic festival of Samhain at Navan Fort.

As the astronomers at the observatory open the domes in the early morning to witness the occultation of Venus, estates officer Shane takes his daily weather recordings. October becomes the wettest month ever experienced in the county since records began in 1838.

With the rain bringing unprecedented flooding to Armagh, farmer Kenny is on a rescue mission as livestock become submerged in water. Keeping warm indoors in the heart of Richhill, Sasha Stewart uses the centuries-old Japanese technique of shou sugi ban, charring wood for sustainable wall cladding.

As the storms settle, the skies clear, allowing the astronomers at the observatory to marvel at more celestial wonders up above.

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Series Producer Veronica Cunningham
Director Veronica Cunningham
Actor David Cumming

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